Pause, Pray and Reflect
The Salvation Army joins with all Australians this weekend to pause, pray and reflect on the anniversary of the Victorian bushfires. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who lost loved ones, all who have spent the past 12 months seeking to rebuild their lives.
From Supermarket Basement....to Safety
Meet a homeless young man whose life was saved. It takes courage, street-smarts and luck to survive when you’re homeless. Ryan was only 14 when his life started falling apart more
In the news
- Annual Report 2009: a look at The Salvation Army during the year
- Toodyay Bushfire (WA) Relief Response Appeal launched to provide financial grants | Donate to this appeal
- A Submission to the Victorian Homelessness 2020 Strategy Discussion Paper
- No evictions, no moves for families to reduce childhood homelessness, says report
- New research reveals 2.3 million Australians had their first alcoholic sip or drink when they were just 10 years of age or under.
- Overdose: More Lives Could Be Saved
- The Salvation Army welcomes Cadbury Australia move to Fair Trade chocolate
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Violence against women during homelessness
- The Challenge to Slash Homelessness by 2020
Taking the personal approach to bushfire recovery
As people affected by the Victorian bushfires work to get back on their feet, The Salvation Army has continued supporting them on their journey.
Recently, there's been a distinct shift in need, from material aid, to direct personal care. As the chaos of the bushfires and their aftermath subsides, and the physical wounds heal, many people are now trying to come to grips with the psychological trauma they have suffered.
The reality and extent of the devastation are now sinking in, which is very confronting for many people. The Salvation Army has taken a personal approach to bushfire recovery, providing ongoing support and assistance for those people affected. Read more
